Turkey Brine

Gluten Free - Makes 1 Gallon

Ingredients:

• 1 Gallon Water

• 2 lbs Yellow Onions, julienned

• 3/4 cups Sea Salt

• 1/2 cup Brown Sugar

• 1 Bulb Garlic, peeled and halved

• 4 Bay Leaves

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a large pot and bring to a simmer

2. Remove from heat and allow mixture to cool

3. PLace fresh or thawed turkey in a large container and submerge in brine Use more brine as needed and allow to rest overnight in refrigerator.

4. Remove and pat turkey dry; discard brine.

5. Preheat oven to 325 F. Roast turkey according to timetable based on weight and whether it is stuffed or unstuffed. Roasting times are estimates; ensure safety by cooking to a minimum internal temperature of 165F.

Roasting Timetable

Unstuffed Stuffed

8 - 12 lbs 2 & 3/4 - 3 Hours 8 - 12 lbs 3 - 3 & 1/2 Hours

12 - 14 lbs 3 - 3 & 3/4 Hours 12 - 14 lbs 3 & 1/2 - 4 Hours

14 - 18 lbs 3 & 3/4 - 4 & 1/2 Hours 14 - 18 lbs 4 - 4 & 1/4 Hours

18 - 24 lbs 4 & 1/4 - 5 Hours 18 - 24 lbs 4 & 1/4 - 5 & 1/4 Hours